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Dussehra Ravan Dahan, Rising Delhi-NCR Pollution, Marco Rubio's India Visit

On Dussehra, special traffic arrangements and police surveillance are in place in East Delhi for Ravan Dahan. US Secretary of State Marco Rubio arrives in Mumbai for a three-day India visit, expected to discuss a trade agreement with External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar. Delhi-NCR faces worsening pollution with AQI crossing 200. Environment Minister reviews anti-smog and water sprinkling measures. Crime Branch investigates unauthorized entry linked to political leaders. In Yemen, Houthi missile attack kills 53 soldiers. Europe sees protests over fuel prices and housing crises.

Amar Ujala··Delhi

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Nafed to Supply 1.9 Lakh Tonnes of Moong from Buffer Stock This Festival Season

To control rising demand and prices of pulses during the festival season, the government has directed Nafed to release about 1.9 lakh tonnes of moong from its 2025 buffer stock by the end of October. Nafed will sell these pulses in the open market to ensure adequate supply. Additionally, a 3.9 lakh tonne 2026 buffer stock is available for future use if needed.

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Banks Closed on October 20 for Dussehra Across Most Indian Cities

Banks in most parts of India will remain closed on Tuesday, October 20, 2026, due to Dussehra and other regional festivals. The Reserve Bank of India has declared a bank holiday in major cities for observances like Dusshera, Maha Navami, Ayudha Pooja, and Durga Puja. Branches of SBI, HDFC, ICICI, PNB, and Bank of Baroda will be closed except in Gangtok and Imphal, where banks remain open.

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Banks Closed on Dussehra Including SBI, HDFC, ICICI, PNB

On October 20, banks including SBI, HDFC, ICICI, and PNB will be closed in many Indian cities such as Agartala, Mumbai, New Delhi, Kolkata, Bengaluru, Chennai, and Lucknow due to Dussehra, Vijayadashami, Mahanavami, Ayudha Puja, and Durga Puja. RBI's bank holiday calendar confirms closures, but internet banking, mobile banking, UPI, and ATM services will remain operational. Banks will also be closed on October 24 and 25 due to the fourth Saturday and Sunday.

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Amit Shah to Launch Rs 8,941 Crore Delhi Water Projects on October 22

Union Home Minister Amit Shah will inaugurate and lay foundation stones for 43 Delhi Jal Board projects worth Rs 8,941.22 crore on October 22, announced Water Minister Parvesh Sahib Singh. These projects aim to improve water infrastructure in Delhi, enhancing supply and management across the city.

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Gold Prices Fall Ahead of US Federal Reserve Meeting

Gold prices slipped by 0.3% in early Asian trading as investors awaited the US Federal Reserve's policy decision scheduled for October 27-28. Market focus is on interest rate signals and upcoming US Personal Consumption Expenditures data, a key inflation gauge. The Fed raised rates by 25 basis points in September and traders expect rates to hold next week, with a December hike likely. Bank of Japan noted inflation nearing 2% target amid strong AI demand.

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